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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

Palestine weekly: Israel’s rightwing campaigns on anti-Palestinian abuses

Ahead of an October election, Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir released AI-generated campaign ads warning of actions against Palestinians in Israel and occupied territories, echoing recent government policies. As rhetoric intensified, illegal outposts multiplied, demolitions continued in the West Bank, and Gaza airstrikes widened to include farmers, delivery workers, and children, with military leadership reportedly viewing a post-election ground operation in Gaza City as unavoidable.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Iran accuses EU of 'surrendering its sovereignty' by backing US sanctions

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei accused the European Union of surrendering its sovereignty and exhibiting moral decay by backing US sanctions against Tehran. Baqaei stated that the EU's endorsement of these measures violates international law and its own legislation, contradicting claims of seeking de-escalation and regional stability.

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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

Israeli forces raze West Bank homes as EU weighs ban on settlement goods

Israeli forces demolished two residential buildings in Birzeit and razed a house and building under construction in Nablus on Monday, citing a lack of permits, while settlers raided the village of Burqa and attacked residents. The demolitions and escalating settler violence occurred as Ireland pushed for EU sanctions on goods from Israeli settlements at a meeting of EU foreign ministers.

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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

EU considers military mission to replace UN peacekeepers in South Lebanon

The European Union is considering a new military and civilian mission to advise and train Lebanese armed forces as UNIFIL's mandate expires in late 2026. This proposal aims to strengthen the Lebanese state rather than directly replace the UN peacekeeping force, amid ongoing Israeli bombardments and displacement in southern Lebanon.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Parliament speaker Berri says Lebanon will not give up right to sue Israel over ‘genocide crimes’

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri stated on Monday that Lebanon will not relinquish its right to sue Israel for alleged "genocide crimes." Berri emphasized the need for a unified national approach, free from sectarianism, asserting that Israel's target is Lebanon's unity and civil peace, not specific groups.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right59d ago

Iran leadership is willing to take extreme measures to disrupt Gulf shipping, JD Vance says

US Vice President JD Vance stated on Monday that Iran's leadership is willing to take extreme measures to disrupt Gulf shipping, citing recent actions near the Strait of Hormuz. On Sunday night, US forces struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island after IRGC forces were observed preparing to fire towards the strait, marking the first US strike on Iran in several weeks.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Vance says US now focused on free flow of commerce in Hormuz Strait

US Vice President JD Vance stated that a US strike on Iran's Larak Island was in response to an imminent Iranian mining operation, asserting Washington's current focus is ensuring the free flow of commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. Vance accused Tehran's leadership of lacking strategic wisdom and acting erratically by attempting to disrupt oil and gas exports.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

US senator calls Trump’s war on Iran a 'complete failure'

Democratic Senator Mark Warner stated on X that Donald Trump's six-month "war of choice" against Iran has been a "complete failure." Warner cited surging oil prices, increased military personnel toll, and Iran's continued access to enriched uranium, missiles, and drones as evidence of the conflict's lack of success and uncertain end.

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Middle East Eye

center60d ago

Iran calls on UN Security Council to intervene after US attack on Larak Island

Iran has called on the UN Security Council to demand an end to US attacks following a strike on Larak Island that killed soldiers and civilians. Tehran described the action as a violation of its sovereignty and accused the US of war crimes, while warning that Iran would respond to further aggression.

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The Guardian Europe

left60d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Pressure stays on Russian economy until war is over, says Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov that no economic relief for Russia is possible until its war in Ukraine ends, while Britain doubled penalties for sanctions breaches to 100% and issued an alert targeting a Kremlin-backed network. Meanwhile, Russian air attacks on Kyiv and the surrounding region on Tuesday killed four people and injured more than a dozen, with Ukraine reporting it is developing faster interceptor drones to counter Russia's increased drone usage.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center59d ago

Russian drone kills utility worker and injures two children in Kherson

A Russian drone attack on Kherson's Korabelnyi district on Tuesday killed a 43-year-old municipal utility worker and injured a second worker and two children aged 2 and 12. The initial attack occurred around 12:00, with a second drone strike reported at 13:40, resulting in blast injuries for the children who are in moderate condition.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center59d ago

EU points out that €90bn loan will cover only two-thirds of Ukraine's needs

The European Union's €90 billion loan for Ukraine in 2026-2027 is designed to cover two-thirds of the country's budgetary and defense needs, with the EU focused on disbursing these funds. The remaining third of Ukraine's needs cannot be covered by the EU, prompting calls for partners to step in, while disbursements remain linked to ongoing reforms within Ukraine.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center59d ago

EU ambassador says she now sleeps in bathroom due to Russian attacks on Kyiv

EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarína Mathernová stated she now sleeps in her hotel bathroom due to the intensity of Russian attacks on Kyiv. She described the ongoing strikes as exhausting and stressful for the country, emphasizing that Ukrainians need to be able to sleep.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center59d ago

Ukrainian government introduces austerity measures – PM Koretskyi

Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi announced austerity measures on non-defense budget funds, identifying UAH 70 billion (approximately US$1.6 billion) in savings to be reallocated to defense needs. The government stated that social commitments, including pensions and public sector salaries, will be met while urging parliamentary participation in drafting the 2027 state budget.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center59d ago

General Staff: Ukrainian forces strike UAV launch sites in occupied Donetsk and Crimea

Ukrainian forces conducted strikes on August 31 and the night of September 1 against Russian military targets, including UAV launch sites in occupied Donetsk and Crimea, a communications hub in Myrne, and a fuel depot in Belgorod Oblast. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stated that operations against key enemy military targets are ongoing, with damage assessments underway for the strikes.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center59d ago

Zelenskyy: Russia kills 12 Ukrainians and foreign national in overnight attack

President Zelenskyy reported that Russian attacks on the night of August 31-September 1 killed 12 people, including an Indian national, and injured dozens more across multiple Ukrainian cities and regions. The strikes, which utilized numerous drones and ballistic missiles, damaged residential buildings, businesses, and export infrastructure, with rescue efforts ongoing and Zelenskyy emphasizing the need for increased air defense capabilities.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Here are the latest developments: US Vice President JD Vance said that Washington is now focused on "free flow of commerce" through the Strait of Hormuz. He also accused Tehran’s leadership of acting "not with a whole lot of strategic wisdom" in attempting to cut off oil and gas exports.

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The Guardian Europe

left59d ago

War of words: my language lessons in Ukraine – podcast

The Guardian’s chief culture writer Charlotte Higgins on why she was inspired to learn Ukrainian and what it taught her about its peopleFor Charlotte Higgins, the Guardian’s chief culture writer, visiting Ukraine and meeting the artists, novelists and poets under fire changed her life. “It was even before I went home that I decided I needed to learn some Ukrainian,” she tells Helen Pidd.

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Al Jazeera

center60d ago

US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll submits resignation, media reports say

US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll has submitted his resignation following reported tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Driscoll's departure, the latest in a series of senior military personnel changes under Hegseth, follows his efforts to transform Army acquisition and readiness, which he reportedly raised concerns about being blocked by Hegseth.

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Middle East Eye

center60d ago

Israel launches fresh attacks across southern Lebanon

Israel launched heavy bombing campaigns using white phosphorus munitions across the southern Lebanese villages of Zawtar al-Sharqiyah and Kafr Rumman on Monday evening. Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported these attacks as violations of prior ceasefire agreements, noting the incendiary weapon's potential for severe harm in civilian areas.

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